Message from the Chair

Celebrating the Volunteers and Events That Keep CSWEA Thriving

By Lindsey Busch

Dear friends and colleagues,
First and foremost, I want to extend a sincere thank you to all our member volunteers who continue to make this Section as active and impactful as ever. We know everyone is balancing full schedule – both professionally and personally – and your willingness to give your time to support our mission does not go unnoticed. Whether you’re serving on a committee, organizing events, mentoring, or simply showing up to participate, your involvement is what keeps our Section moving forward.

This past July, representatives from all three CSWEA Sections came together for the annual CSX meeting in the Wisconsin Dells. It was a productive and collaborative event where we advanced our strategic initiatives (Connection, Water Workforce, and Technical Excellence), shared ideas, and discussed ways to strengthen the organization across the region. It’s always encouraging to see the commitment and teamwork that drives CSWEA at every level.
In August, our Young Professionals Committee hosted a Brewers outing in Milwaukee. It was a great opportunity for newer and long-time members alike to connect outside of work and build relationships within the industry. Thank you to the YP group for putting together another successful event, and to Mulcahy Shaw Water for their support!
Looking ahead, many of us are preparing to attend WEFTEC 2025, the largest event of the year for professional development and networking. By the time of this publication, the conference will have already occurred, and I hope to have connected with many of you at the CSWEA WEFTEC event and throughout the conference.
Finally, we currently have a number of open spots on our committees, and we’re always looking for new volunteers to get involved. If you’re interested or have questions about where you might fit in, please reach out to our Membership Committee Chair, Autumn Fisher (afisher@donohue-associates.com). There’s a place for everyone, whether you’re new to CSWEA or looking to take on a larger role.
Thank you again to everyone contributing to the success of our Section. I look forward to seeing many of you this fall.

Warmest regards,
Lindsey Busch
Chair, Wisconsin Section of CSWEA